COP Practical- Publication Research

Sticky notes annual 

Why is the ‘Sticky Notes Annual’ so useful? In Japan, almost every creative writes notes directly onto annuals and dog- ears pages when they study. This usually results in the pre- cious annual becoming damaged too quickly. We’ve solved this problem by adding sticky notes to the cover. There are three special features to the ‘Sticky Notes Annual’: notes and memos can be written onto the annual without damag- ing the pages; sticky notes will never get lost; the variety of colours creates a bright design.

Recollection 

Recollection is a special issue featuring the achievements of Taiwan e-Learning and Digital Archives Program conducted by the Institute of History and Philology of Academia Sinica, Taiwan. The whole design project consists of a publication along with a jacket poster and a manga booklet. The imag- ery of annual ring on cover responds to the title that every project and research in the book are memorable parts of whole program. In the design of book jacket poster, tracing paper was used as printing material to give the poster vari- ous looks when placed on different background.”

Fedrigoni Ispira Visual Book

The new Ispira visual book for Fedrigoni is no common catalogue. The smooth texture of the paper is enhanced by special treatments. Each paper is narrated through a different visual experience where everything changes many times: the color of the paper, the weight, the size, the inks used, the printing techniques. A whole new experience to explore with touch.

Taiwan’s Old Theatre

Over the past century in Taiwan, the different forms of towns were being developed. After people gathered, they built the theaters within the rich 20th century decorative arts.
As time goes by, these historical theaters are almost disappeared. We will lead you into the selected 9 old theaters which remained the complete decorative arts building exterior by Pop-up books, posters and documentary films. These theaters represent the wonderful past and the beauty of building, recorded and spread the culture values to continue their lives. Hope everyone could understand how they became the inspiration of the local culture, and learn to treasure the historical beauty.

Handmade Structure

We managed art direction and venue arrangements for “Handmade Structure,” an exhibition that gestured towards new attractions within paper, from the point of view of structure. For the direct marketing materials and the sam- ple book, we chose a folding process. The finished product resembles a wooden shingle construction. Assembling the materials communicated the concept of the exhibition itself. The exhibition was held at Take Co., Ltd.’showroom space, Mihoncho Honten. The shingle-like construction was used for the venue as well to express the many possibilities that are born when structural design and paper come together.

Commune Winter Greeting 

By using a chunky double sided postcard, Commune inserted a movie flip book that advertised the company for their 2012 winter greeting. On the reverse of the flip book, imagery of the company’s portfolio will become visible. To reveal the content, simply rip open the sealed postcard. The flip book can be unfolded like an accordion, and when it’s fully opened, a double sided poster can be seen.

Bynd Artisan &Larry

We were commissioned to create a branding experience for Bynd Artisan’s customers. The final result was a brand ethos of “Somethings Worth Sharing”, marrying the ideas of “hardware” (sharing Bynd Artisan’s expertise of paper, leather and bookbinding techniques) with the “heart” of their story (sharing their heritage, built upon the qualities of honesty, authenticity and partnership). This notion of “shar- ing” is especially apt in the modern context of social media shares and the exchange of user-generated content.

Specials Applied from G.F Smith

G.F Smith Specials Applied is a promotional catalogue realized by Brighton-based graphic design agency Studio- Makgill for historical paper manufacturer G.F Smith. Since 1885 G .F Smith offers paper products, special makes and highly bespoke services tailored specifically to the needs of the creative industries. This is what Hamish Makgill said about the project:
The main objective for us was to make sure it is the paper and the processes that does all the communicating and not to detract with busy graphics. An intricate system of die cuts allow the cover to become the contents and a window to the materials within.